System for treating fluid waste with a bypass valve

ABSTRACT

A system and method includes an aeration subsystem that excites enzymes in the liquid waste passing through the septic system along with a bypass system that directs liquid waste during power outages. The bypass system utilizes a mechanically activated bypass valve moved by a float. The aeration subsystem includes a compressor section that compresses the liquid waste. The method includes mixing enzymes into the fluid waste material, compressing the fluid waste material with the compressor, injecting air into the compressed fluid waste material, and determining whether the fluid waste material is at a desired cleanliness, and if not, recirculating the fluid waste material through the compressor.

BACKGROUND 1. Field of the Invention

The present application relates generally to fluid systems and, moreparticularly, to septic systems.

2. Description of Related Art

Septic systems are well known in the art for disposing waste materialfound in gray water, black water, sewage, and the like and are typicallyused in rural residential areas where city sewage systems areunavailable. Septic systems include one or more tanks for storing andtreating liquid waste. After treatment, the effluent is leached from theseptic system and deposited in the soil surrounding the septic system.Under ideal conditions the septic systems effectively remove odors,waste material, and harmful bacteria from the liquid waste. It should beunderstood that the effectiveness of the process varies considerablyupon different factors, including the capacity of the system in relationto the number of persons utilizing the facilities serviced by the septictank and the type of waste matter entering into the septic system.

Enzymes and/or other organisms are typically added to the liquid waste,which in turn effectively disposes of the waste material. Commercialenzymes, such as RID-EX, effectively decompose the waste matter in theliquid waste. It should be understood that merely adding enzymes willnot result in the full decomposition of the waste material. For example,some enzymes have the tendency to settle to the bottom of the tank,never reaching the floating waste material. In addition, some septicsystems do not provide sufficient time for the enzymes to dispose of thewaste material. Additionally when power is removed from treatmentsystems, the sewage backs up due to a lack of pumping.

Although great strides have been made in septic systems, considerableshortcomings remain.

DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The novel features believed characteristic of the invention are setforth in the appended claims. However, the invention itself, as well asa preferred mode of use, and further objectives and advantages thereof,will best be understood by reference to the following detaileddescription when read in conjunction with the accompanying drawings,wherein:

FIG. 1 is a side view of a septic system according to the preferredembodiment of the present application;

FIG. 2 is a side view of an alternative embodiment of the septic systemof FIG. 1;

FIG. 3 is a side view of an aeration subsystem of the septic system ofFIG. 1;

FIG. 4 is a side view of an injector section of the aeration subsystemof FIG. 3;

FIG. 5 is a side view of an injection cone of the injector section ofFIG. 4;

FIG. 6 is a side view of an alternative embodiment of the aerationsubsystem of the septic system of FIG. 1;

FIG. 7 is a flow chart illustrating the method of diagnosis according topreferred embodiment;

FIG. 8 is a side view of an alternate embodiment of the septic system ofFIG. 1;

FIG. 9 is a simple schematic of a septic system according to analternative embodiment of the present application;

FIG. 10 is a side view of a treatment system according to an alternativeembodiment;

FIG. 11 is a simple schematic of a treatment system according to analternative embodiment of the present application;

FIG. 12 is a side view of a treatment system according to an alternativeembodiment;

FIG. 13 is a simple schematic of a treatment system according to analternative embodiment of the present application;

FIG. 14 is a simple schematic of a bypass valve according to analternative embodiment of the present application;

FIG. 15A is a generally downward view of a bypass system according to analternative embodiment of the present application; and

FIG. 15B is a generally downward view of a bypass system according to analternative embodiment of the present application.

While the system and method of the present application is susceptible tovarious modifications and alternative forms, specific embodimentsthereof have been shown by way of example in the drawings and are hereindescribed in detail. It should be understood, however, that thedescription herein of specific embodiments is not intended to limit theinvention to the particular embodiment disclosed, but on the contrary,the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, andalternatives falling within the spirit and scope of the process of thepresent application as defined by the appended claims.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT

Illustrative embodiments of the system and method are provided below. Itwill of course be appreciated that in the development of any actualembodiment, numerous implementation-specific decisions will be made toachieve the developer's specific goals, such as compliance withsystem-related and business-related constraints, which will vary fromone implementation to another. Moreover, it will be appreciated thatsuch a development effort might be complex and time-consuming, but wouldnevertheless be a routine undertaking for those of ordinary skill in theart having the benefit of this disclosure.

The septic system of the present application overcomes commondisadvantages associated with conventional septic systems. The septicsystem of the present application comprises one or more aerationsubsystems adapted for exciting enzymes added to the liquid waste. Theaeration subsystem greatly reduces waste material by the process ofbreaking apart the molecular bonds of the enzymes, and then, injectingoxygen into the liquid waste material. The dual process results in anenzyme feeding frenzy.

The septic system of the present application will be understood, both asto its structure and operation, from the accompanying drawings, taken inconjunction with the accompanying description. Several embodiments ofthe septic system are presented herein. It should be understood thatvarious components, parts, and features of the different embodiments maybe combined together and/or interchanged with one another, all of whichare within the scope of the present application, even though not allvariations and particular embodiments may be specifically illustrated inthe drawings.

Referring now to FIG. 1 in the drawings, a side view of septic system101 according to the preferred embodiment is shown. Septic system 101 isutilized to store, treat, and dispose of liquid waste such as graywater, black water, and sewage from a residential building. However, itshould be appreciated that the features of septic system 101 couldeasily be incorporated in any application for disposing of liquid waste,i.e., a cattle pond wherein cow manure is frequently deposited, feedlots, portable waste systems for disposing of pet waste material, and/orwaste systems. It will be appreciated that the features of septic system101 could easily be adapted to retrofit existing septic systems.

Septic system 101 comprises one or more of a tank 103 adapted to storeand treat liquid waste 105 entering from a residential building (notshown), an aeration subsystem 107 being positioned in tank 103 forproviding oxygen to liquid waste 105 disposed therein, and a driversubsystem 109 for driving aeration subsystem 107.

Septic system 101 is preferably a gravity pulled system, wherein liquidwaste 105 travels through system 101 via the earth's gravitational pull.Thus, in the preferred embodiment, tank 103 is positioned underground,below the residential fluid reservoirs, i.e., the household sink,dishwasher, shower, toilet, and the like. The household fluid reservoirsare in fluid communication with conduit 111, which is adapted forchanneling liquid waste 105 to a cavity 113. Liquid waste 105 enterscavity 113 via conduit 111 and exits via a conduit 115. While in cavity113, liquid waste 105 is stored and preferably treated with enzymes orother similar types of organisms or material adapted to dispose of wastematerial. Liquid waste 105 eventually exits cavity 113 via conduit 115when a predetermined fluid capacity in tank 103 is reached. Thereafter,effluent is leached to an area surrounding septic system 101, i.e., tothe lawn. It should be appreciated that alternative embodiments ofseptic system 101 could include tank 103 positioned aboveground in lieuof the preferred embodiment; however, this type of embodiment wouldlikely require additional driver subsystems, i.e., pumps, for channelingthe waste water through the septic system. In addition, it will beappreciated that system 101 could be adapted as a portable system. Forexample, in an alternative embodiment, system 101 could be adapted tomounting on a truck and/or other mobile apparatus, thus allowing system101 to effectively dispose of waste in multiple locations.

Tank 103 is preferably a 275 gallon tank manufactured with animpermeable material, i.e., plastic, that allows sunlight or other formsof light to travel therethrough. It has been discovered that sunlightfurther increases the effectiveness of the treatment process due tosunlight exciting the enzymes, which in turn causes the enzymes toeffectively decompose the waste material. Tank 103 is preferablesupported underground with a concrete material 117 approximately 3inches thick. Material 117 is used to support the bottom and sides oftank 103. A top surface 119 of tank 103 remains exposed to receivesunlight. Of course, it should be appreciated that alternativeembodiments could include septic tanks having different storagecapacities, composed of different materials, and supported withdifferent types of support structures in lieu of the preferredembodiment. For example, a septic system for a commercial or industrialapplication would require a larger tank and could be supported with ametal support structure in lieu of the preferred embodiment. Inaddition, an alternative embodiment could include septic tanksmanufactured with fiberglass, metal, and/or other suitable materials inlieu of the preferred embodiment.

Tank 103 is further provided with a lid 121 that enables a user toaccess cavity 113. For example, a user can open lid 121 to visuallyinspect aeration subsystem 107 or add additional enzymes to liquid waste105. An optional sun bonnet 123 is provided and placed over lid 121. Sunbonnet 123 serves to protect lid 121 and increases the aestheticappearance of the septic system. Sun bonnet 123 is preferably composedof a transparent or translucent material, i.e., a form of plasticmaterial, which allows sunlight to pass therethrough. FIG. 1 illustratesbonnet 123 covering lid 121 and a small surrounding area; however, itshould be appreciated that bonnet 123 could be adapted to cover theentire top surface area 119.

Aeration subsystem 107 is preferably utilized to excite enzymes in wastewater 105 and, thereafter, providing oxygen to the enzymes. This processhas been shown to cause a feeding frenzy between the enzymes and thewaste material. It should be appreciated that alternative embodiments ofaeration subsystem 107 could include a less sophisticated subsystem bymerely injecting oxygen into liquid waste 105 in lieu of preferredprocess. It will be appreciated that oxygenation systems adapted toprovide merely oxygen, could be utilized in lieu of or in addition toaeration subsystem 107 in alternative embodiments.

Aeration subsystem 107 is adapted to circulate liquid waste 105 incavity 113 such that the enzymes are constantly being circulated fromaeration subsystem 107 to the waste material 125 floating on the surfaceof liquid waste 105. In the preferred embodiment, aeration subsystem 107is positioned at a depth below waste material 125. It should beunderstood that waste material 125 is typically less dense than liquidwaste 105, thus having a tendency to float near the surface of liquidwaste 105. Placing aeration subsystem 107 below waste material 125increases the overall effectiveness of circulating liquid waste 105 dueto less waste material 125 clogging the components of aeration subsystem107. It should be appreciated that alternative embodiments could includean aeration subsystem adapted for receiving waste material 125, i.e., asubsystem that shreds waste material 125 into smaller pieces while alsoproviding oxygen to the liquid waste (see FIG. 6). The particularfeatures of aeration subsystem 107 are further illustrated and discussedin below with reference to FIGS. 3-5.

Septic system 101 further comprises an air subsystem 127 in gascommunication with aeration subsystem 107. Air subsystem 127 includes anair pump 129 adapted to channel air through tubing 131 and tubing 133.Tubing 131 channels air to aeration subsystem 107, while tubing 133channels air to liquid waste 105 near conduit 115. Tubing 131 and tubing133 are preferably composed of a metal material, i.e., copper tubing;however, it should be appreciated that alternative embodiments couldinclude other types of tubing such as rubber tubing in lieu of thepreferred embodiment.

In the preferred embodiment, air subsystem 127 is further provided acontainer 134 for storing enzymes. Container 134 is in fluidcommunication with conduit 133 and is adapted for providing a determinedamount of enzymes in the stream of air channeled through conduit 133.

An optional baffle 135 is utilized for separating waste material 125from conduit 115. FIG. 1 illustrates baffle 135 attached to the topinterior surface of cavity 113 and extending to a position in liquidwaste 105 below the depth of waste material 125. Baffle 135 could becomposed of a permeable material such as a perforated plate for allowingliquid waste 105 to pass therethrough. In the preferred embodiment,tubing 133 is positioned near the entrance of conduit 115 and has one ormore ports (not shown) for providing air passage. The pressurized airleaving tubing 133 moves any waste material 125 away from the entranceof conduit 115. The entrance of conduit 115 is covered with an optionalscreen 137 for keeping waste material 125 from entering into conduit115. The combination of providing a baffle, a conduit with pressurizedair, and a screen effectively reduces the amount of waste material 125entering in conduit 115.

Driver subsystem 109 preferably comprises one or more of a motor 139, ashaft 313 (see FIG. 3), and a mast 141. Motor 139 is adapted to restsecurely on a cylindrical sleeve 143. Sleeve 143 extends through topsurface 119 and provides access to cavity 113. In the preferredembodiment, sleeve 143 is sufficiently sized such that a user canconveniently remove mast 141 and aeration subsystem 107 through sleeve143. This accommodates situations when the aeration subsystem needs tobe removed from cavity 113, i.e., for maintenance.

Motor 139 is attached to a flange 145, which in turn couples to a flange147 attached to sleeve 143. When assembled, flange 145 rests on flange147 and is secured with one or more bolts. Flange 145 and flange 147create a fluid seal such that liquid waste 105 cannot escape cavity 113through sleeve 143. In the preferred embodiment, air subsystem 129 alsoutilizes sleeve 143 for allowing tubing 131 and tubing 133 access tocavity 113. It should be appreciated that alternative embodiments couldinclude passages through surface 119 and/or lid 121 for allowing tubing131 and tubing 133 access to cavity 113.

In the preferred embodiment, driver subsystem 109 utilizes an electricmotor conductively coupled to an electrical power source (not shown);however, it should be appreciated that alternative embodiments couldinclude different devices to drive driver subsystem 109. For example, inrural areas where electrical means are limited, a bike can be modifiedto drive aeration subsystem 107. In this embodiment, the back wheel ofthe stationary bike can be modified to rotate a flywheel or similardevice for driving aeration subsystem 107.

Septic system 101 is further provided with an optional control subsystem149 comprising one or more of a control box 151, a sensor 153, and twoconductors 155. Conductors 155 are conductively coupled between controlbox 151, motor 139, and sensor 153. In the preferred embodiment, sensor153 is positioned in conduit 111 and adapted for detecting the flow ofliquid waste 105 channeled therethrough. Upon sensing the flow of liquidwaste 105, sensor 153 relays a signal to control box 151, which in turnactivates motor 139 that drives aeration subsystem 107 for apredetermined time. It should be appreciated that control box 151comprises circuitry, microprocessors, memory devices, sensors, switches,and other electronic components necessary to run and operate aerationsubsystem 107. In addition, it should be appreciated that control box151 can be manually controlled via a switch 157 designated to activateand deactivate driver subsystem 109. Alternative embodiments could alsoinclude a sensor being positioned at different locations, i.e., withincavity 113, in lieu of the preferred embodiment.

Referring now also to FIG. 2 in the drawings, an alternative embodimentof septic system 101 is illustrated. In this embodiment, septic system101 is further provided with an additional septic system 201, which isadapted to further treat liquid waste 105 before the effluent is leachedinto an area surrounding the septic system. It should be appreciatedthat the features discussed above with respect to septic system 101 maybe incorporated in septic system 201.

Septic system 201 comprises one or more of a tank 203 and an airsubsystem 205. Treated liquid waste 105 leaving septic system 101 ischanneled to an inner cavity 207. Therein, liquid waste 105 is storedand treated before exiting through a conduit 209. Like septic system101, tank 203 is preferable positioned underground and supported with aconcrete material 211. An optional sun bonnet 213 is provided to cover atop surface 215 of tank 203. Sun bonnet 213 is manufactured with amaterial that allows sunlight to pass therethrough.

Air subsystem 205 includes an air pump 217 and a conduit 219. Conduit219 preferably passes through a wall 221 supporting sun bonnet 213.Conduit 219 is in communication with liquid waste 105. The added oxygenfurther excites the enzymes disposed in liquid waste 105, therebydecomposing any remaining waste material 125 channeled from septicsystem 101. It should be appreciated that conduit 219 could couple topump 129, resulting in only one air pump utilized between the two septicsystems. Furthermore, it should be appreciated that air pump 217 couldbe operably associated with control system 149, such that pump 217 isactivated concurrently with aeration subsystem 107.

Referring now also to FIG. 3 in the drawings, a side view of aerationsubsystem 107 is illustrated. Aeration subsystem 107 preferably includesa compressor section 301 and an injector section 303. In the preferredembodiment, injector section 303 is threadedly coupled to compressorsection 301 (see FIG. 4); however, it should be appreciated thatalternative embodiments could include different attachment means, i.e.,a quick-release device, in lieu of the preferred embodiment. Duringoperation, liquid waste 105 enters compressor section 301, where liquidwaste 105 is compressed, and thereafter, channeled to injector section303, where the compressed liquid waste 105 is injected with oxygen. Theapplication of adding pressure and oxygen to the liquid waste 105 hasbeen found to be effective in exciting the enzymes, resulting in afeeding frenzy, wherein the enzymes actively decompose waste material125.

Compressor section 301 includes a casing 305 having an inner cavity 307for housing a compressor 309. In the preferred embodiment, compressor309 creates sufficient pressure to break apart the enzymes' molecularbonds. Compressor 309 preferably includes two or more intermeshing gears311 driven by shaft 313 rotatably coupled to motor 139. It should beappreciated that alternative embodiments could include other devices,i.e, actuators, piston, impellers, and the like for compressing liquidwaste 105. Alternative compressor sections could also be adapted with acompressor or similar device that merely directs liquid waste 105 fromcompressor section 301 to injector sector 303 without breaking apart theenzymes' molecular bonds.

Casing 305 includes an opening 315 that provides access for liquid waste105 to enter cavity 307. In the preferred embodiment, opening 315 iscovered with a screen 317 for preventing waste material 125 fromentering into cavity 307. An optional conduit 319 channels compressedliquid waste 105 from cavity 307 to opening 315 for blowing cloggedwaste matter 125 off screen 317.

Injector section 303 is adapted for injecting oxygen in the compressedliquid waste 105 from compressor section 301. Injector section 303preferably includes a conduit 321, a connector 323, and a nozzle 325.Connector 323 passes through conduit 321 and connects tubing 131 tonozzle 325. During operation, air from pump 129 channels through tubing131, through connector 323, and is injected into liquid waste 105 vianozzle 325. Nozzle 325 is manufactured with one or more selectivelypositioned ports 327 for injecting air into the stream of liquid waste105 passing through injector section 303. In the preferred embodiment,nozzle 325 is coaxially aligned with the longitudinal centerline B ofconduit 321. Further illustration and discussion of injector section 303is provided below with reference to FIGS. 4 and 5.

Aeration subsystem 107 is securely held within cavity 113 via mast 141.Mast 141 has an interior cavity 331, which houses shaft 313. Mast 141includes a flange 329 adapted to securely fasten to a flange 333attached to casing 305. When assembled, flange 329 is secured to flange333 with one or more bolts. Flange 329 and flange 333 create a fluidseal such that liquid waste 105 from compressor section 301 does notescape into cavity 331. A channel 335 extends through flange 329 andflange 333 for allowing shaft 313 to snugly pass therethrough.

A bearing system 337 is utilized for retaining shaft 313 coaxiallyaligned with the longitudinal axis C of mast 141. Bearing system 337 isdisposed within cavity 331 and comprises one or more of a support member339, a load bearing 341, and a stop collar 343. Support 339 is rigidlyfastened to the inner wall of mast 141 with a fastening means 345, i.e.,a bolt the screws through mast 141 and partially through support 339.When assembled, load bearing 341 and collar 343 rests on support 339.Collar 343 is provided with an attachment means 347 for coupling with ahole 349 extending inwardly in shaft 313. A channel 351 extends throughbearing system 337 for allowing shaft 313 to snugly pass therethrough.

Referring now also to FIG. 4 in the drawings, a side view of an injectorsection 401 is illustrated. Injector section 401 is substantiallysimilar in function to injector section 303, wherein injector section401 couples to compressor section 301 and is adapted for injectingoxygen from air subsystem 127 into liquid waste 105. Injector section401 preferably includes a member 403, a conduit 405, and a nozzle 407.

Member 403 is preferably welded to casing 305, thereby providingsufficient joining strength between the two components for resistingforces exerted by the pressurized liquid waste 105 exiting compressorsection 301. However, it should be appreciated that alternativeembodiments could include different attachment means for coupling member403 to casing 305. For example, both member 403 and casing 305 couldinclude threaded ends such that member 403 is able to screw on casing305. Member 403 is preferably manufactured with a channel 409, aninjection cone 411, and threaded ends 413.

Nozzle 407 preferably comprises five equally spaced ports: a port 415located near the entrance of cone 411; a port 417 located within cone411; a port 419 located at the exit 420 of cone 411; a port 421 locatedin channel 409; and a port 423 located in conduit 405. Thisconfiguration increases the efficiency of mixing oxygen with theenzymes. Liquid waste 105 is sped up, slowed down, expanded andcontracted within injector section 401, thereby creating a turbulentflow of liquid waste 105 which is ideal for injecting and mixing oxygenwith the enzymes. In the preferred embodiment, each port is oriented atan angle with respect to each other, preferably around 60 degrees offsetfrom each other. Also, it is preferred that an additional port (notshown) is positioned directly opposite to port 419. Of course, it shouldbe understood that different embodiments could include a nozzle havingmore or less ports, ports that do not align at different angles withrespect to each other, and ports that are selectively positioned atdifferent locations within injector section 401.

Referring now also to FIG. 5 in the drawings, a side view of injectioncone 411 is illustrated. Injection cone 411 increases the speed,pressure, and heat of liquid waste 105 leaving compressor section 301,thereby further exciting the enzymes. Injection cone 411 is preferablymanufactured with a conical geometric shape, wherein cone 411 has adiameter D2 of approximately 0.98 inches at the entrance, a diameter D3of approximately ⅝ inches at the exit, and a length L1 of approximately⅝ inches.

In the preferred embodiment, injection cone 411 has a surface 501 thatlinearly tapers down from D2 to D3. However, it should be appreciatedthat alternative embodiments could include a surface 501 having varioussurface profiles, including convex, concave, elliptical, and the like inlieu of the preferred embodiment.

Referring now also to FIG. 6 in the drawings, a side cross-sectionalview of an alternative embodiment of the aeration subsystem is shown.Aeration subsystem 601 is substantially similar in function to aerationsubsystem 107 described above and illustrated in FIGS. 1-5. It should beappreciated that the features of aeration subsystem 601 could easily beincorporated in the septic systems described above, and likewise, thefeatures of the septic systems described above could be incorporated inaeration subsystem 601.

Aeration subsystem 601 comprises one or more of a compressor section 603and an injector section 605, both being substantially similar infunction to compressor section 301 and injector section 303,respectively. In particular, compressor section 603 is adapted tocompress liquid waste 105 passing therethrough, while injector section303 is adapted to injected oxygen into the compressed liquid waste 105.

Compressor section 603 comprises one or more intermeshing gears 607 and609 adapted to compresses liquid waste 105 and the enzymes disposedtherein. In the preferred embodiment, gears 607 and 609 causessufficient pressure to break apart the molecular structure of theenzymes. Gears 607 and 609 creates a negative pressure, which in turncauses liquid waste 105 to channel through a first port 611 and enter acavity 613 of housing 615. Thereafter, the compressed liquid waste 105is channeled through a second port 617 of housing 615 and injected withoxygen via injector subsystem 605.

Shaft 313 is utilized to drive compressor section 603 and a rotatingblade 619. It should be appreciated that aeration subsystem 601 could beadapted with an optional transmission (not shown) adapted to vary therotational speeds of the gears and the blade. Blade 619 effectivelychops and shreds liquid waste 105 passing through port 611. In thepreferred embodiment, blade 619 is a single straight strip of metalhaving relatively no contouring. However, it will be appreciated thatalternative blade embodiments could include multiple strips of material,either metal or other suitable materials, with or without contouring. Inthe exemplary embodiment, blade 619 extends over the entire entrance ofport 611; however, alternative embodiments could be blades that extendpartially over the entrance of port 611.

Referring now also to FIG. 7 in the drawings, a flow chart 701illustrating the preferred method of the present application is shown.Box 703 depicts the first step, which includes the process of providinga tank and an aeration subsystem positioned therein. Liquid waste entersthe tank as depicted in box 705. Thereafter, enzymes are added to theliquid waste as depicted in box 707. The liquid waste is chopped with ablade as depicted in box 709. Finally, the liquid waste is compressedand aerated as depicted in boxes 711 and 713.

Referring now also to FIG. 8 in the drawings, an alternative embodimentof septic system 101 is illustrated. In this embodiment, septic system800 includes septic systems 101 and 201 in communication with a storagetank 801. It is appreciated that alternate embodiments of septic system800 may remove septic system 101 or 201. Storage tank 801 is adapted tostore waste water exiting tank 103 through conduit 115 and/or tank 203through conduit 209 within an interior cavity 805. Storage tank 801 isconfigured to be in fluid communication with the waste material. Itshould be appreciated that the features described above with regards toseptic systems 101 and 201 could be incorporated into septic system 800,and more particularly to storage tank 801. For example, storage tank 801may be configured to accept and operate in conjunction with one or moreof the subsystems used with septic systems 101 and 201 for controlling,oxygenating, and treating the waste water.

One or more storage tank 801 may be used. Where pluralities of storagetanks 801 are used, storage tanks 801 are coupled together with a tankconduit 807. Tank conduit 807 is coupled to storage tanks 801 at a port(not shown) located in a side of storage tank 801. A connector 808, suchas a quick release connector, is used to seal tank conduit 807 tostorage tank 801. Tank conduit 807 is in fluid communication with thewaste material and permits waste material to move between storage tanks.Some embodiments may incorporate a valve 809 coupled to tank conduit807. Valve 809 is in fluid communication with the waste material and isconfigured to restrict the movement of the waste material betweenstorage tanks 801.

Storage tank 801 is configured to rest above ground level and ispreferably manufactured having a plurality of sides with an impermeablematerial, i.e., plastic, that allows sunlight or other forms of light totravel therethrough and further increase the effectiveness of thetreatment process due to sunlight exciting the enzymes, which in turncauses the enzymes to effectively further decompose the waste material.Of course, it should be appreciated that alternative embodiments couldinclude storage tank 801 having different storage capacities andcomposed of different materials in lieu of the currently describedembodiment as with previously described tanks 103 and 203. For example,in alternate embodiments, storage tanks 801 may be sized and configuredto be portable.

Due to locating storage tank 801 above ground, it is understood thatadditional driver subsystems may be used to move the waste water fromtanks 103 and 203 to storage tank 801. For example, a pump 802 may becoupled to conduit 115 between tank 103 and storage tank 801 and/orconduit 209 between tank 203 and storage tank 801. Pump 802 is in fluidcommunication with the waste material and is configured to channel thewaste material to storage tank 801.

Additionally, the ornamental and aesthetic appearance of storage tank801 may be modified and configured to disguise the appearance of storagetank 801. For example, storage tank 801 may be used as a fencesurrounding the perimeter of a building. It is appreciated that storagetanks 801 may include any number of lids 803 or bonnets positioned on atop side of storage tank 801 to permit access to the interior cavity 805of storage tanks 801.

FIG. 9 is a simplified schematic of a septic system 901. System 901 issubstantially similar in form and function to the one or more of theseptic systems discussed herein. It should be understood that althoughnot shown in FIG. 9, the features one or more of the system discussedherein are hereby incorporated, and vice-versa, within system 901.

In the contemplated embodiment, system 901 is configured to recirculatewaste material between two or more tanks until a desired cleanliness ofthe fluid is reached. To achieve this feature, system 901 recirculatesthe waste material between a first tank 903 in fluid communication witha second tank 905. A recirculation system 907 includes one or more of afirst sensor 909 positioned outside of the second tank 905 and a secondsensor 911 disposed within tank 905. The sensors 909, 911 are in datacommunication with a control station 913. During use, the sensors 909,911 determine the cleanliness of the waste fluid and relay the senseddata to the control station 913, which in turn commands a pump 915carried within tank 905 to recirculate the waste fluid if a desiredcleanliness is not reached. In the preferred embodiment, sensor 909 is alight beam that detects the particulate matter within the waste fluid.However, alternative embodiments could utilize other sensors eitherdirectly exposed or outside the stream of the fluid waste material.

System 901 is further provided with a switch 917 configured to activatesystem 901 during use. For example, in lieu of constantly running system901, the system can be either manually or autonomously activated. Thisfeature greatly reduces costs associated with the continuous use ofsystem 901.

During use, fluid waste material enters first tank 903, as indicated byarrow 9A, which in turn is treated with one or more of the processesdiscussed herein for treating the waste material. The treated fluidwaste is thereafter channeled to second tank 905, where the treatedfluid waste is further treatment and/or stored, as indicated by arrow9B. If a desired cleanliness of the waste fluid is not achieved, thewaste fluid is recirculated to tank 903 via pump 915, as indicated thearrow 9C. When a desired cleanliness is achieved, the clean fluid ischanneled from tank 905, as indicated by arrow 9C.

FIG. 10 is a side view of a treatment system 1001 that carries a septicsystem 1003. System 1003 is substantially similar in function to the oneor more of the septic systems discussed herein. It should be understoodthat although not shown in FIG. 10, the features one or more of thesystem discussed herein are hereby incorporated, and vice-versa, withinsystem 1003.

In the contemplated embodiment, system 1001 is mobile and configured tocollect the waste material, treat the waste material, travel to adesignated area, and dispose of the treated waste material at thedesignated area. To achieve this feature, system 1001 includes one ormore of a vehicle 1005 configured to carry system 1003 and a pump 1007.

During use, the waste fluid enters system 1003, as indicated by arrow10A, is treated, and is pumped from system 1003 via pump 1007, asindicate by arrows 10B and 10C.

System 1001 provides significant advantages, namely, having a mobiletreatment system allows the user to collect waste material from multiplelocations, residential homes, farms, and so forth, and transport thewaste material to a desired location while simultaneously treating thematerial.

FIG. 11 illustrates a simplified schematic of a treatment system 1101having a septic system 1103 according to an alternative embodiment ofthe present application. System 1103 is substantially similar infunction to one or more of the systems discussed herein. It should beunderstood that although not shown in FIG. 11, the features one or moreof the system discussed herein are hereby incorporated, and vice-versa,within system 1103.

Treatment system 1101 is utilized with two or more fluid sources, whichin the contemplated embodiment, is a first residence 1105 and a secondresidence 1107. during use, the fluid waste material is channeled tosystem 1103, as indicated by arrow 11A. After the waste material istreated, the clean fluid is disposed of, as indicated by arrow 11B.

System 1101 provides significant advantages, specifically, system 1101allows for multiple fluid waste sources to channel the waste material toa common septic system for treatment. This feature greatly reduces thecosts associated with establishing multiple system for each residentialsource.

Although shown associated with residential units in FIG. 11, it will beappreciated that system 1101 could be utilized with other types ofbuildings, structure, and/or locations, e.g., a farm.

FIG. 12 is a side view of a treatment system 1201 having a septic system1203 in accordance with an alternative embodiment of the presentapplication. System 1203 is substantially similar in function to the oneor more of the systems discussed herein. It should be understood thatalthough not shown in FIG. 12, the features one or more of the systemdiscussed herein are hereby incorporated, and vice-versa, within system1203.

In the contemplated embodiment, system 1201 is mobile and configured tocollect the waste material, treat the waste material, and dispose of thetreated waste material. In this embodiment, the septic system 1203 iscarried on a boat 1205. As depicted, waste fluid from a reservoir enterssystem 1203, as indicated by arrow 12A, and is thereafter disposed backinto the reservoir, as indicated by arrow 12B.

In the preferred embodiment, the clean fluid is returned back to thefluid reservoir; however, it will be appreciated that the clean fluidcan be channeled to locations outside the reservoir in alternativeembodiments.

Referring now also to FIG. 13 illustrating a simplified schematic of atreatment system 1301 having a septic system 101 according to analternative embodiment of the present application. Certain situationsrequire systems in place to handle power outages and excess sewage flowto prevent sewage backup into user's homes. For example, if the power totreatment system 101 was off, the treatment system 101 would not treatsewage and sewage backup into the user's home is possible. To precludethe backup a non-powered bypass system is utilized between the output ofthe home and the input into the treatment system 101. During times whenseptic system 101 cannot handle the flow of sewage into it, because ofoveruse or power outages, the bypass valve directs the sewage to aconventional septic system for storage and seeping of the waste fluidsor into a conventional sewer system.

Treatment system 1301 is comprised of a septic system 101 in fluidconnection with a bypass system 1303, a home 1305, and a conventionalseptic system 1307. Bypass system 1303 is housed in a subterranean tankdesigned to store sewage. The default condition is to allow sewage toflow through the bypass system 1303 into the conventional septic system1307. Bypass system 1303 is comprised of a bypass valve 1311, a pump1313, and a control system 1315. Treatment system 1301 does not utilizea pump to move fluid through the bypass system and into the conventionalseptic system 1307. Therefore, if no power were available to system1301, waste fluid would flow from the home 1305 to the conventionalseptic system 1307 through the bypass valve.

Pump 1313 removes sewage and fluid from the bypass system while thecontrol system 1315 is activated. Control system 1315 is activated whilefluid is located at or above the control system 1315. Therefore, as pump1313 operates, a sewage or fluid level in the bypass system 1303 isminimized.

Bypass valve 1311 is manually operated with a float attached to alever-arm so that while sewage and fluid levels in the bypass system1303 are high, the bypass valve directs sewage and fluid through thebypass system 1303 into the conventional septic system 1307. However, aspump 1313 removes sewage and fluid out of the bypass system and into theseptic system 101 the fluid level in the bypass system drops and thebypass valve moves to allow sewage and fluid flow into the bypass systemto be pumped by pump 1313.

Referring now also to FIG. 14 illustrating a simplified schematic of abypass valve 1401 according to an alternative embodiment of the presentapplication. Bypass valve 1401 is comprised of an input opening 1403, afirst output opening 1405, a second opening 1407, and a mechanicallyoperated valve 1409 having a lever arm that pivots about an axis definedby the input opening and the first output opening. Typically a floatbulb is attached to lever arm to move the mechanically operated valve1409 to directed fluid and sewage from the input opening 1403 intoeither of the first output opening 1405 or the second opening 1407.Float bulb is typically comprised of a plastic sealed bubble of airrigidly attached via a lever arm to the mechanically operated valve1409. While mechanical operation of the valve 1409 is preferred, itshould be apparent that a sensor along with a control system andactuator can be utilized. The mechanical operation is preferred topreclude the need for power to allow sewage to flow from the inputopening to the first output opening. While bypass valve 1405 isillustrated with two outputs, it should be apparent that additionaloutputs are contemplated by this application.

Referring now also to FIGS. 15A and 15B, various generally downwardlyperspective views of a bypass system are illustrated. Bypass system 1501is comprised of a tank 1503, a bypass valve 1505, a pump 1507, a float1509, a frame 1511, a sensor 1513, input tubing 1515, first outputtubing 1517, and second output tubing 1519. Sewage flows into the tank1503 via the input tubing 1515. Sewage exits the tank from the firstoutput tubing 1517 so long as float 1509 is high because the sewage ispushing the float up which causes bypass valve 1505 to flow sewagethrough the tank and bypass the tank. As illustrated, bypass valve isshown without a cover to illustrate the curved gate inside that pivotsabout an axis defined by the input and output.

Once the float 1509 starts to drop because the sewage level in the tank1503 is lower, then a gate in the bypass valve 1505 rotates and allowssewage and fluids to enter the tank from the bypass valve. Sensor 1513detects fluid in the tank and activates pump 1507 to move sewage andfluids from within the tank 1503 though the second output tubing 1519and into septic system 101. Sensor 1513 can be a float sensor or othersensors configured to detect fluid and sewage in the tank 1503. Forexample, if septic system 101 is overworked and cannot process sewagefrom bypass system 1501 as quickly as needed, the float 1509 rises andcauses the bypass valve 1505 to route sewage through the bypass systeminto a conventional septic. Furthermore, if power is off to parts of theseptic system precluding treatment of the sewage, the float 1509 risesand causes the bypass valve 1505 to route sewage through the bypasssystem into a conventional septic.

Frame 1511 is retained inside the tank 1503 by being fastened to a ringlocated outside of the tank by a plurality of fasteners radial spacedaround the tank. Furthermore, a lid (not shown) can be fitted over thetank 1503 to seal and close the tank precluding someone inadvertentlystepping into the tank 1503.

In all the embodiments discussed herein, the systems are operablyassociated with septic waste material; however, it will be appreciatethat one or more of the systems and methods discussed herein can also beutilized with different types of waste materials, e.g., grease from agrease trap, biohazard material, animal waste material, and the like.

It is apparent that a system and method with significant advantages hasbeen described and illustrated. The particular embodiments disclosedabove are illustrative only, as the embodiments may be modified andpracticed in different but equivalent manners apparent to those skilledin the art having the benefit of the teachings herein. It is thereforeevident that the particular embodiments disclosed above may be alteredor modified, and all such variations are considered within the scope andspirit of the application. Accordingly, the protection sought herein isas set forth in the description. Although the present embodiments areshown above, they are not limited to just these embodiments, but areamenable to various changes and modifications without departing from thespirit thereof.

What is claimed is:
 1. A system for treatment and storage of fluid wastematerial, the system comprising: a bypass system comprising: a tank; apump; and a bypass valve mechanically controlled by a float; a firstseptic system for storage of fluid waste material; a first treatmentsystem; a second septic system for storage of fluid waste material; anda second treatment system; wherein a level of fluid waste material inthe bypass system controls whether the fluid waste material enters thefirst septic system or the second septic system.
 2. The system of claim1, further comprising: a sensor configured to activate the pump whenfluid waste material is detected in the tank.
 3. The system of claim 1,the first treatment system comprising: a first tank having an innercavity adapted to hold the fluid waste material; an aeration systempositioned with the cavity of the first tank, the aeration system beingin fluid communication with the fluid waste material, the aerationsystem being adapted to intermix enzymes with the fluid waste material,the aeration system having: a housing having an internal cavity adaptedto receive the fluid waste material; a compressor section positionedwithin the housing, the compressor section being adapted to compress thefluid waste material; and an injector section in fluid communicationwith the inner cavity of the housing, the injector section being adaptedto inject air into the compressed fluid waste material; a driversubsystem operably associated with the aeration subsystem, the driversubsystem being adapted to drive the compressor section; and a controlsubsystem operably associated with the driver subsystem, the controlsubsystem being adapted to activate and to deactivate the driversubsystem; wherein the fluid waste material enters the first tank of thefirst treatment system via one or more conduits in fluid communicationthereto, enters the inner cavity of the housing, mixes with enzymes, iscompressed, and is injected with air.
 4. The system of claim 3, theinjector section comprising: a conduit in fluid communication with thecompressor section of the aeration system, the conduit being adapted tochannel the fluid waste material; a nozzle positioned within theconduit, the nozzle being adapted to inject air into the fluid wastematerial channeled through the conduit.
 5. The system of claim 4, theinjector section further comprising: a port extending through thethickness of the nozzle, the port being adapted to channel air from thenozzle to the fluid waste material channeled through the conduit;wherein the port is positioned at the exit of an injector cone.
 6. Asystem for treatment and storage of fluid waste material, the systemcomprising: a bypass system having; a bypass tank; a pump; and a bypassvalve mechanically controlled by a float; a first septic system forstorage of fluid waste material; a first treatment system; a secondseptic system for storage of fluid waste material; and a secondtreatment system; wherein a level of fluid waste material in the bypasssystem controls whether the fluid waste material enters the first septicsystem or the second septic system.
 7. The treatment system of claim 6,the bypass tank comprising: an input opening; a first output opening;and a second output opening; wherein the first septic system is in fluidcommunication with the first output opening of the bypass tank; andwherein the first treatment system is in fluid communication with thesecond opening of the bypass tank.
 8. The system of claim 6, furthercomprising: a sensor configured to activate the pump when fluid wastematerial is detected in the tank.
 9. The system of claim 7, the firsttreatment system comprising: a first tank having an inner cavity adaptedto hold the fluid waste material; an aeration subsystem positioned withthe cavity of the first tank, the aeration system being in fluidcommunication with the fluid waste material, the aeration system beingadapted to intermix enzymes with the fluid waste material, the aerationsystem having: a housing having an internal cavity adapted to receivethe fluid waste material; a compressor section positioned within thehousing, the compressor section being adapted to compress the fluidwaste material; and an injector section in fluid communication with theinner cavity of the housing, the injector section being adapted toinject air into the compressed fluid waste material; a driver subsystemoperably associated with the aeration subsystem, the driver subsystembeing adapted to drive the compressor section; and a control subsystemoperably associated with the driver subsystem, the control subsystembeing adapted to activate and to deactivate the driver subsystem;wherein the fluid waste material enters the first tank of the firsttreatment system via one or more conduits in fluid communication theretofrom the bypass tank while the float is low, enters the inner cavity ofthe housing, mixes with enzymes, is compressed, and is injected withair.
 10. The system of claim 9, the injector section comprising: aconduit in fluid communication with the compressor section, the conduitbeing adapted to channel the fluid waste material; a nozzle positionedwithin the conduit, the nozzle being adapted to inject air into thefluid waste material channeled through the conduit.
 11. The system ofclaim 10, further comprising: an injector cone positioned within theconduit of the injector section, the injector cone being adapted toincrease the speed of the fluid waste material channeled through theconduit.
 12. The system of claim 11, the injector section furthercomprising: a port extending through the thickness of the nozzle, theport being adapted to channel air from the nozzle to the fluid wastematerial channeled through the conduit; wherein the port is positionedat the exit of the injector cone.